Amos 3:9 Meaning
Publish in the palaces at Ashdod, and in the palaces in the land of Egypt, and say, Assemble yourselves upon the mountains of Samaria, and behold the great tumults in the midst thereof, and the oppressed in the midst thereof.
Context Explained
7Surely the Lord GOD will do nothing, but he revealeth his secret unto his servants the prophets.
8The lion hath roared, who will not fear? the Lord GOD hath spoken, who can but prophesy?
9Publish in the palaces at Ashdod, and in the palaces in the land of Egypt, and say, Assemble yourselves upon the mountains of Samaria, and behold the great tumults in the midst thereof, and the oppressed in the midst thereof.
10For they know not to do right, saith the LORD, who store up violence and robbery in their palaces.
11Therefore thus saith the Lord GOD; An adversary there shall be even round about the land; and he shall bring down thy strength from thee, and thy palaces shall be spoiled.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Isaiah 1:17
Both passages call for justice and care for the oppressed.
Matthew 25:40
Jesus teaches that serving the least of these is serving Him, echoing Amos' concern for the oppressed.
Micah 6:8
Micah summarizes God's requirements, aligning with Amos' message on justice.
Source: Amos 3:9